The Toshiba
America Foundation invites applications for small grant programs for K-6
science and mathematics education. The Foundation has announced that it will
award 75 grants of up to $1,000 each for the purpose of encouraging hands-on
teaching of science and mathematics.

Any K-6
teacher in a public or private school is eligible to apply. Grants will be
awarded to the teachers school and will be restricted for use by the teacher
in his/her classroom. Not more than one application per teacher is allowed.
Projects must be in addition to the teachers science and mathematics teaching
units in grades K-6 and must occur during the school day. Before-school,
after-school, or take-home projects are not eligible. Projects should take
place over at least three class sessions.

Funds may be
requested for the purchase of project materials for student use only. Computer
hardware and field trip expenses may not be included in the budget.